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The definitive guide to skiing near NYC.

As part of our weekend warrior content series, this week we’re focusing on the many ski resorts near NYC. Fortunately, there are a number of quality New York mountains to choose from, many of which you can access via train or bus right from downtown. While we love New York, sometimes planning a weekend getaway to the slopes is a welcome change from the weekly grind.

With this content series, we hope to inspire weekend warriors around the country to get out there an explore their backyard.

Most accessible (under 2 hours drive time)

At only 47 miles from the GW bridge, Mountain Creek is the closest ski resort to NYC and your best bet for a day trip from the city. With eight lifts and 46 trails, there are terrain options for all abilities. And extensive snowmaking operation and high quality terrain parks make this a reasonable option for anyone looking for easy access to snow.

Located in Patterson, NY, Thunder Ridge offers 100% snowmaking coverage and unbeatable proximity to the city. Within the context of skiing near NYC, the real draw is that you can go from city to slope in just 60 minutes. No car? No problem. You can take the Metro North ski train from Grand Central directly to the mountain.

Located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, Camelback has 34 trails with 15 lifts (including two high speed quads), multiple terrain parks, and night skiing. The robust lodging infrastructure and a top-notch ski school program lands Camelback near the top of the list of family friendly ski resorts near NYC.

Drive from NYC: 1.75 hours

Skiable acres: 166

Vertical: 800 feet

A bit farther (2-3.5 hours drive time)

For a small resort, Windham Mountain Resort packs a punch. Located in the Northern Catskills, Windham boasts some of the best views in the region with 50 trails and 12 lifts. Pro tip: reserve a spot in the First Tracks program for $15 to get early morning access to the slopes.

Located in the Northern Catskills and equipped with 1,100 snow guns over 240 acres, Hunter Mountain has earned its reputation as the snowmaking capital of the world. They're so confident in this claim that they offer a 'Hunter Mountain Snow Guarantee' that allowed skiers and snowboarders to turn in their pass for a voucher good for a day of skiing or snowboarding until the end of the season.

Owned by the state, Belleayre is a laid-back mountain with limited après ski options and accommodations. For more advanced skiers, there is some interesting gladed terrain on the upper mountain and the Tomahawk quad offers expert terrain below the chair.

Located in the Southern Berkshires, this Connecticut staple is given credit for popularizing artificial snow. Mohawk is still the oldest and largest ski area in Connecticut. The 25 trails that cover the mountain are suitable for a range of skiing and snowboarding abilities.

The only ski resort in North America that uses wind power to generate its own energy. The high speed 6-passenger Berkshire Express lift ensures less time on the chair and more time on the slopes. While Jiminy is a quality choice for families, there are not a lot of options for the more advanced skier.

Drive from NYC: 3 hours

Skiable acres: 167

Vertical: 1,150 feet

Settle in (4+ hours drive time)

The closest “big Vermont” mountain, Mount Snow is the go-to mountain for many New Yorkers thanks to the huge variety of terrain. Great snowmaking, excellent grooming, modern facilities, and challenging terrain make this a popular mountain for more serious NYC skiers.

Best in class lift infrastructure and a lively après scene make Stratton one of our favorite mountains on the list. Stratton Village is bustling with activity thanks to a large number of shops, restaurants, and bars located right at the foot of the mountain.

Boasting North America’s only heated six-person lift, Okemo has the highest vertical drop of any mountain in Southern Vermont. The mountain is split into five distinct alpine areas and includes copious expert terrain, a superpipe, and 200 inches of annual snowfall.